Higher Education Event Calendar
Since we are not able to organize Island School University Fair due to COVID-19 this year, we are now cooperating with other ESF Schools to arrange a series of online webinars for all ESF students.
Click here to check the Island School Higher Education & Careers Calendar for more information and click on the event name for the registration link or Zoom link! We will post both Island School events and university webinars to thid calendar. Don't miss the chances!
What's on at Island School...
[New] Year 13 Higher Education Workshop (US Focused)
On 4th September, Mr. Dakaj has arranged the third Higher Education Workshops for Year 13 students and parents. During the workshop, Mr Dakaj has talked about the importance of the US CommonApp essay, finding your "voice" and putting forth your best work for the college admissions essay and supplements. Relevant updates will also be provided in the context of the evolving nature of US university admissions.
Click here for the recording of the first session, second session and third session.
[New] Year 12 and 13 ISPTA & HE Parent Coffee Morning
The HE Team would like to invite Year 12 & 13 Parents to the ISPTA & HE Parents Coffee Morning. Details are as follow -
Year 13: Tuesday 15th September from 8.30am to 9.30am by Zoom
Year 12: Tuesday 29th September from 8.30am to 9.30am by Zoom
The Coffee Morning will focus on Higher Education issues. You will have the chance to talk to our HE Counsellors, ask questions about university choices, applications, etc. If you are interested to join, please sign up via the link on email invitation.
Year 12 & 13 Parent Information Evening
Thank you for joining the year 12 & 13 Parents Information Evening on Wednesday 2nd September. Please click the below for the event details
Year 12 Session - Presentation / Recording
Year 13 Session - Presentation / Recording
What's on in Hong Kong...
[New] AU - University of Sydney Webinar Powepoint - 27 August 2020
Here are some updates on the University of Sydney Webinar on 27 August 2020. Due to technical difficulties, a recording of the presentation is unavailable. However, please find the powerpoint here. For course and IB requirements, please refer to the link below:
As mentioned by Sherrie, there will be a a 3 hour Q&A session covering all faculties on October 13th. Further details and the zoom link will be sent by Sherrie. For further enquiries regarding University of Sydney, please contact Sherrie Huan through this email address.
What's on in other countries...
[New] Student Invitation for Free Global Health Program 2020-2021
Medical students from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine along with undergrads at Harvard College are running the Global Health and Leadership Conference for the fifth year, and we would love to have students from your school join our program this year!
Free for all students
Registration takes less than 5 minutes
Meet and work with students from around the world throughout the year
Engage in extracurricular activities with University student mentors
Website: www.ghlcprogram.org
Email:info@ghlcprogam.org
Flyer.pdf
Brochure.pdf
[New] Virtual CollEDGE Fair - Friday 18th September 2020
Want to meet admissions directors from Carnegie Mellon, Vanderbilt and 32 other universities on Fri 18 Sept? Here’s your chance to be face to face with directors of admissions from highly-selective universities like Carnegie Mellon.
All are welcome and registration is FREE. Click here for registration.
[New] UK - Study in Scotland talks & individual appointments
The University of St Andrews is running ‘Study in Scotland’ webinars on Tuesday 29 September at 4pm (both Hong Kong time). Schools and students can sign up to attend any of the webinars that best suit their schedules.
Following our initial talk, each university will be offering 1-to-1 bookable interview sessions for students and their families. Students will have the chance to sign up for these 15-minute sessions to speak with individual universities in more detail.
[New] US - UCLA Virtual Admission Information Session
Virtual admission information sessions are designed to help prospective students learn about academic opportunities, campus life, and the admission review process. The information session will be followed by general Q&A. The one-hour long session is hosted by a UCLA Undergraduate Admission representative. To register for a virtual information session, please select your preferred date on this site. Please note times are listed in Pacific Time. If you have any questions, please contact us at welcome@admission.ucla.edu.
[New] US - New York University (NYU) Daily Virtual Info Sessions
Have an hour? Use it to explore your future at New York University from the comfort of your own home. One of our Admissions Counselors will walk you through the admissions process, your academic options (spoiler: There are a ton), and the NYU student experience. Plus, hit our student ambassadors with your questions in a live Q&A.
Let’s do this! Choose an available date on the calendar below to get started. (FYI:All sessions in Eastern Standard Time.)
[New] US - John Hopkins University Virtual College Planning Resources
We have created a College Planning Toolkit that prospective students and families—as well as our partners across the high school counseling community—can reference as they navigate the college admissions process in the upcoming year. With all that is new, we are also here for you! If you have any questions about the admissions process or Hopkins in general, please feel free to join our admissions officers for an open Q&A on Tuesday, September 15:
8-9 a.m. EST: Sign up here
3-4 p.m. EST: Sign up here
Our new essay prompt also provides a space for students to share more about their personal context, unique experiences, and perspectives.
[New] US - the Cooper Union
To learn more about the Cooper Union, we would like to share with you our downloadable viewbook.
You may also learn more at one of our virtual information sessions or meet up with us at a college fair or portfolio day.
[New] NL - Utrecht University
This year, we wanted to do something a little different, and host our own event online. Starting next week on 14 & 15 September we are providing two info sessions for prospective international Bachelor's students. You can use the link below to sign yourself up or send it to your students to book the event!
NACAC Upcoming Virtual College Fairs
The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is going to host four virtual college fairs in September to November.
Sunday 13th September 12.00pm - 8.00pm EDT
Monday 12th October 1.00pm - 9.00pm EDT
Sunday 18th October 12.00pm - 8.00pm EDT
Sunday 8th November 2.00pm - 10.00pm EDT
For more details please visit NACAC Fair Website.
UK - The University of Cambridge - East and Southeast Asia Update
There are some upcoming events arranged by Cambridge.
11 September - Cialfo - Online University Fair
17 & 18 September - Cambridge - Virtual Open Days
From Monday 14 Septemberto Sunday 20 September, attendees will be able to access pre-recorded presentations about our courses, Colleges, the application process, and student life. These presentations are hosted on our brand new Virtual Tour platform.
On Thursday 17 and Friday 18 September, attendees will also have the opportunity to participate in live Q&A sessions with current students and staff. This includes one regional Q&A session specifically for students from Asia and Australasia.
International students in Year 10/Grade 9 (or equivalent) and above, plus their teachers or guidance counsellors, are very welcome to attend. To book a place, please click here.
Webinar Wednesday
Don't miss our final webinar of this admissions cycle for students, parents, supporters and guidance counsellors. To register, please click here.
NL - Radboud University
As it is currently difficult to talk to you face-to-face about your future plans, Radboud has thought of other ways in which we can provide assistance:
Students can chat with our current students via this link
Students can join our virtual open days or webinars via this link
We can arrange one-to-one video calls or virtual presentations upon request
We created an online information package that can be used during counseling hours; see below
In addition, you can download a digital copy of our brochure if you are interested in studying at Radboud University, the Netherlands.
US - Bryn Mawr College Virtual Visits
Bryn Mayr is now offering multiple opportunities for students and families to connect with us during this fall. Click here to learn more and register for an event. For the virtual visit tips and tricks for navigating virtual visits this fall, please click here.
US - Claremont McKenna College International Student Panels
Claremont McKenna College is now hosting current student panels for international prospective students! These panels are a great opportunity for your students to interact with our current international students and hear about their experiences at CMC. If you are specifically interested in CMC or just generally interested in liberal arts and sciences colleges, this is your time to learn more about the student experience at a top ten, residential liberal arts college.
Throughout the fall we are hosting regional sessions for China, India, Europe, Middle East & Africa, South East Asia, Latin America and more. Your students will have the opportunity to ask questions specific to their experiences, needs, and expectations for college. Students can register for our international current student panels here. No matter where you are located, please feel free to join us!
US - Haverford College - Virtual Program
Haverford would like to share with you some information about their program - AOCC Program: Meet Our Black Squirrels on September 12 or October 3. The Athletes of Color Coalition (AOCC) is hosting this virtual program for high school students interested in playing a varsity sport in college. Participants will meet with coaches, hear from current student-athletes, and speak with alumni about diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Haverford athletics department and learn more about what it would be like to play for the Haverford Black Squirrels.
EducationUSA - Online Sessions
EducationUSA advisors will host the following online sessions.
For future EducationUSA events, please click here.
CHECK OUT our SUMMER programmes page and SCHOLARSHIPS page on the Vision!
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